How To Fix FIRU_VAT136 - Revision date in document text is not in DD.MM.YYYY format

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIRU_VAT - VAT Russia S/4HANA

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Revision date in document text is not in DD.MM.YYYY format

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIRU_VAT136 - Revision date in document text is not in DD.MM.YYYY format ?

  The SAP error message FIRU_VAT136 indicates that there is an issue with the date format in the document text, specifically that the revision date is not in the expected DD.MM.YYYY format. This error typically arises in the context of VAT (Value Added Tax) reporting or document processing within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Format: The revision date entered in the document text does not conform to the required format (DD.MM.YYYY).
  User Input Error: Users may have manually entered the date in a different format (e.g., MM/DD/YYYY or YYYY-MM-DD).
  System Settings: The system may have specific settings or configurations that enforce date formats, and the input does not meet these criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check and Correct the Date Format:
  
  Navigate to the document where the error occurred.
  Locate the field for the revision date in the document text.
  Ensure that the date is entered in the correct format: DD.MM.YYYY (e.g., 31.12.2023 for December 31, 2023).
  
  
  
  Validation:
  
  After correcting the date, validate the document to ensure that the error message no longer appears.
  If the document is part of a larger process (like VAT reporting), ensure that all related dates are also in the correct format.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Provide training or guidelines to users on the correct date format to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check the system configuration settings related to date formats. Ensure that the settings align with the expected formats for your region or business requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, specific issues are documented with solutions or workarounds.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for guidelines on date formats and VAT reporting requirements.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FIRU_VAT136 error and ensure that the revision date is correctly formatted.